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2011-12-02 18:13:37
MUM & BABY YOGA CLASSES
New mum & baby yoga classes starting in 2012 at Glo Family, 98 Stockport Road, Cheadle, Stockport, Cheshire SK8 2AJ. Tuesdays from 12.00 - 1.00 pm.
FREE TASTER CLASS ON TUESDAY 21st FEBRUARY 2012
Classes cost £35 for a series of five weeks
Baby yoga is widely recognised as one of the best ways for mothers to bond with their babies – while meeting other like-minded parents, and getting back into shape. As the first three months of a baby’s life are the most significant for the way they will build relationships as an adult, any activity that emphasises emotional development during this stage is vital.
Mum & baby yoga sessions involve playing together and yoga postures which will gently tone, stretch and relax. Emotionally, it helps build baby’s sense of trust, and Mum’s confidence in handling her new arrival.
Mum & baby yoga classes are suitable for babies from 6 weeks to crawling. Yoga mats are provided, but please bring a blanket for baby.
To book phone Carolyn on 07763 346332 or email carolyn@yogaindidsbury.co.uk
NEW YEAR YOGA - FREE TASTER CLASS
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2011-10-28 09:11:03
NEW YEAR YOGA
FREE TASTER CLASS
This is perfect if you're not really sure what a yoga class is like and if it is for you. Maybe you have heard stories of different types of yoga. Classes that are held in a 'sauna' studio where sweat drips off the end of your nose, or those that are filled with incense where you sit cross legged and meditate.
Iyengar yoga classes are neither of those, but the best way to find out is to come along and try for yourself. Suitable for every 'body' including beginners.
Daytime and evening classes start again in the New Year on Tuesday 3rd, Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th January 2012, but you can join at any time. Please click on 'classes' page for details.
Phone or email for more information and to book your place for a free taster class.
07763 346332 carolyn@yogaindidsbury.co.uk
I look forward to meeting you soon!
SATURDAY MORNING WORKSHOPS
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2011-09-07 17:41:53
SATURDAY MORNING YOGA WORKSHOPS
Special workshops are held once a month on Saturday mornings, focusing on a particular part of the body or working in depth on a specific group of postures. Suitable for beginners too.
Next workshop - Saturday 21st January 2012 10 am - 12 pm
Cost £10 Free place if you bring a friend!
Yoga mats and all equipment provided
Please phone to book your place - Carolyn 07763 346332
Workshops are held every third Saturday of the month.
Dates for 2012 are:
Saturday 21st January 2012
Manchester Metropolitan University, Room Simon E (next to the Sports Centre), Didsbury Campus, Wilmslow Road, Didsbury M20 2RR
Saturday 18th February 2012
Kids Allowed Studio, Christie Fields Office Park, off Barlow Moor Rd, Didsbury, M21 7QL
Saturday 17th March 2012
Kids Allowed address as above.
WINDERMERE YOGA BREAK - MARCH 2012
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2011-09-07 17:40:50
WINDERMERE YOGA BREAK
Friday 9th March - Sunday 11th March 2012
Enjoy three days of luxury accommodation and inspirational Iyengar yoga in the peaceful surroundings of the Lake District.
The Footprint
The yoga sessions take place at the Footprint (shown above) built by the National Trust as a truly sustainable building. It is a beautiful and inspirational space built of plastered straw bales, nestling amongst the trees high above Lake Windermere. Heated by a log-burning stove, with floor to ceiling windows, the yoga studio overlooks the tranquil woodland. The only sounds you’ll hear are those from the nearby babbling brook and the gentle birdsong.
Braemount House
Accommodation is at Braemount House, a traditional Victorian residence located midway between Windermere and Bowness, in the heart of the Lake District. Braemount House offers a range of comfortable and stylish en-suite rooms, delicious local food from Cumbria, free Wi-Fi, TV and DVD in all rooms, and a warm Lake District welcome.
Friday
Check-in at Braemount House from 2.00 pm
3.00 pm Introduction and afternoon tea
5.00 – 6.30 pm Evening yoga
Saturday
6.30 am Light breakfast
7.30 – 9.00 am Sunrise yoga
9.15 – 10.00 am Breakfast
Free time until 5.00 pm to explore the Lake District, try more energetic activities (abseiling, canoeing, sailing, rock climbing), take a guided walk, or just relax with a massage or an afternoon at a local spa.
5.00 – 7.00 pm Evening yoga
Sunday
7.30 – 9.00 am Sunrise yoga
9.15 – 10.00 am Breakfast and departure
Prices for the 3 day workshop range from £225 to £270, depending on type of room. Prices are reduced if rooms are shared. Reduced rates for non-yoga partners! The price includes:
- 2 nights bed and breakfast
- 4 yoga sessions
- All yoga equipment
- Transport to and from The Footprint
The yoga break is suitable for all levels, from beginners upwards.
For more details and prices, Tel Emma at Braemount House on 015394 45967, or email stay@braemount-house.co.uk.
For more information, www.strawfootprint.org, www.braemount-house.co.uk
CHILDREN' S YOGA AT BEAVER ROAD SCHOOL
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2011-09-07 17:40:25
CHILDREN'S YOGA AT
BEAVER ROAD SCHOOL
FUN, FITNESS AND FLEXIBILITY
This is a lively and dynamic class where yoga is learnt through games and partner work. The children enjoy practising animal shapes including dog, cat and frog pose and love the energetic salute to the sun sequence. The class ends with a short story and relaxation to unwind.
Yoga is held on Thursdays after school until 4.30pm in the KS1 Hall. Classes start for the Spring term on Thursday 12th January 2012 for 10 weeks until Thursday 22nd March 2012 and cost £45. If you would like to book a place for your child please email or phone.
carolyn@yogaindidsbury.co.uk
07763 346332
This class is for children who attend Beaver Road School in Year 1 - 6
AUTUMN YOGA CLASSES
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2011-09-07 17:40:24
AUTUMN YOGA CLASSES
After what feels like a long summer break my regular classes start back from Monday September 5th. I am really looking forward to getting back to teaching, catching up with you all, and sharing new ideas for practice. If you are new to yoga my classes are perfect for beginners too, as the poses can easily be modified to allow you to work to your own level.
Kids Allowed classes start on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th September. NEW this term is a morning class at Kids Allowed Studio from 9.30 am - 11.15 am. The popular Tuesday and Wednesday evening classes continue at the usual time of 7 - 8.45 pm.
Classes at MMU, Didsbury campus start back a week later on Thursday 15th September also at the same time of 7 - 8.45 pm. This is because the summer school classes keep going until Thursday 8th September. They are held in the Sports Centre from 8 - 9.30 pm. Do join me as I will be teaching on the 1st and 8th - it would be great to see you there!
Due to student enrolment at MMU, it is best to check which room the class will be held in for the first couple of weeks. The staff at the Sports Centre will be able to direct you, and I will put signs up to help too.
To book your place please click on 'enrol'. I look forward to seeing you soon!
IYENGAR YOGA SUMMER CLASSES
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2011-05-31 18:27:09
IYENGAR YOGA SUMMER CLASSES
Carolyn's regular classes finish for the summer break on Thursday 7th July 2011 and start on Tuesday September 6th 2011 (see 'classes' page for details) Due to the success of last year's summer school, Carolyn and Jacky Taylor (Chair of Manchester and District Institute of Iyengar Yoga) have organised another series of Iyengar yoga classes for local students. They will be held at MMU in Didsbury and taught by experienced Iyengar teachers. Last year this was hugely popular with the students, who enjoyed learning from a range of different teachers.
Dates: Thursdays - 21st, 28th July 4th,11th, 18th, 25th August 1st & 8th September Time: 8:00 - 9:30pm Cost: £7 per class (drop-in, no need to book) Teachers: A collaboration of qualified Iyengar Yoga teachers Contact: carolyn@yogaindidsbury.co.uk 07763 346332 |
YOGA AND SINGING
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2011-05-08 22:29:16
YOGA IN WINDERMERE - MARCH 2011
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2011-03-25 10:32:28
YOGA IN WINDERMERE
Carolyn's first yoga break took place earlier this year, and was a huge success. Before the group left, a further provisional date for October was already in the diary.
"Thanks Carolyn for organising such a lovely weekend. Yoga in the Footprint was a real treat with superb classes progressing towards a well earned recuperative session. At the B&B Emma's hospitality and accommodation were outstanding - with breakfasts that I'm still hankering after!
Hope to do it again soon."
"Just back from an amazing Yoga break in Windermere. We stayed at the lovely Braemount House which serve the best breakfast I have ever tasted. From the welcome elegant afternoon tea onwards the service was faultless. We were guided us through a series of thoughtful classes over three days that improved my practice noticeably. The footprint building was the icing on the cake, just beautiful. A truly special place. All in all an inspirational weekend. I cant wait to do it all over again."
"First and foremost, thank you for a truly memorable weekend in Windermere. All the factors combined; great teaching, magical setting and harmonious group made the experience very special indeed. But the teaching, above all, was excellent, even inspirational."
CAROLYN'S VISIT TO THE IYENGAR INSTITUTE IN INDIA
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2010-10-10 19:37:17
In November, I was thrilled to be able to attend a month's intensive yoga course at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute in Pune, India. This was very exciting as it was my first trip to India and the home of Iyengar yoga.
Guruji (as Mr Iyengar is known) is an amazing 92 year old. He still practises every day in the yoga hall from 9 - 12 am. As this is also a general practice period, we were priveleged to be able to watch this great yogi at work. Whilst holding his own poses (he uses props and support a great deal) he would also be instructing his granddaughter Abhay. He had a team of helpers and senior teachers gathered around, and very often many of us would join the throng as a particularly interesting point was being demonstrated.
When Abhay taught the morning class, it was with Guruji's guidance. Whilst practising at the side of the hall, he would be observing how we were working, and then telling her how to correct and improve our poses. She was his spokesperson - but it felt as if we were getting a class from Guruji himself!
Many of our classes were conducted by Prashant, Guruji's son. He focussed on yoga philosophy and encouraged us to develop the mental side of our practice and the use of the breath. We also enjoyed classes with other inspirational senior teachers such as Rajlaxmi, Raya and Gulnaz.
I am looking forward to sharing some of the teaching with my students over the coming months.
For more information about Iyengar yoga visit
Iyengar Yoga Association (uk)
Manchester District Institute of Iyengar Yoga
OPEN DAY AT MANCHESTER DISTRICT INSTITUTE OF IYENGAR YOGA
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2010-09-15 07:54:25
Demonstration Class
Despite horrendous weather, the Open Day at the Manchester and District Institute of Iyengar Yoga held in October was very popular.
Throughout the afternoon we had around 50 visitors, many trying taster sessions and finding out more about Iyengar yoga.
If you missed the Open Day, and would like to find out more about Iyengar yoga and the regular classes taking place at the centre, please contact janice.yates@sky.com 0161 368 3614.
Manchester and District Institute of Iyengar Yoga www.mdiiy.org.uk